Dr. Baden, a well-known pathologist, has challenged the suicide ruling of Sandra Birchmore's death, declaring it a homicide, potentially implicating Stoughton police officers.

A Massachusetts State Police cruiser was involved in a 5-car crash on the Mass Pike with no major injuries reported.

The final defendant in a large meth trafficking ring pled guilty to distribution and money laundering, concluding the extensive "Operation Ice Cats" investigation.

A Worcester rest home administrator was indicted for allegedly stealing $220,000 from the facility and residents, facing 12 counts including larceny and tax evasion.

Jason Dunbar was arrested by Springfield Police with a loaded gun and suspected crack-cocaine after allegedly assaulting a woman. He faces various charges, including firearm possession and trafficking cocaine.

Vehicles of Boston firefighters were damaged by revelers during the Celtics' championship parade, leaving union leaders and city officials calling for respect and accountability.

Springfield Police arrested 34-year-old Fatiah Garland after a ShotSpotter alert led them to a vehicle, where they found a loaded firearm and pursued Garland on foot following his attempted escape.

Springfield Police arrested Ivan Montanez for breaking into a store after the R-TAC helped spot him carrying stolen items. He faces charges for breaking and entering and larceny.

Boston Police arrested Nyjulius Johnson for multiple firearm charges after officers from the Anti-Crime Unit found a stolen gun during a traffic stop in Mattapan.

A young autistic boy, Zayan Mayanja, was found dead in Nabnasset Lake, Westford after escaping home and sparking a large search operation including police and K-9 units.

Arianna Cataloni, a 13-year-old girl, is missing in Taunton and was last seen with two teenage boys in a red car. Authorities are seeking information.

A stabbing involving two juveniles occurred in the Dartmouth Mall parking lot; police arrested a suspect, and the victim is stable. Investigation ongoing.

A teen lifeguard on break saved a drowning 5-year-old boy at an Acton pool by performing CPR until he regained consciousness. Authorities praised the lifesaving actions.